33 Amazing Venus Flytrap Varieties and How to Care for Them

Venus flytraps (Dionaea muscipula) are some of the most fascinating carnivorous plants, famous for their snap-trap mechanism. But did you know there are dozens of unique cultivars, each with its own personality? Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned grower, this guide will introduce you to 33 incredible varieties and how to keep them thriving.

1. Akai Ryu (Red Dragon)

This deep red flytrap is a showstopper! Its traps and leaves turn a rich burgundy in bright light. Keep it in full sun for the best color.

2. Alien

With elongated traps and extra trigger hairs, this variety looks like something from another planet. It thrives in humid environments with plenty of sunlight.

3. B52

One of the largest Venus flytrap cultivars, B52 produces huge traps that can grow over 2 inches wide. Give it nutrient-poor soil and distilled water for optimal growth.

4. Blanche Hermine

A rare white Venus flytrap, this cultivar has pale green traps that contrast beautifully with its surroundings. Keep it in bright indirect light to maintain its delicate color.

5. Bohemian Garnet

This compact red variety has sawtooth-like edges and a deep crimson hue. It prefers high humidity and regular feeding.

6. Clayton’s Red Sunset

A stunning cultivar that turns almost black in full sun. It needs consistent moisture and a winter dormancy period to stay healthy.

7. Coquillage

Known for its cup-shaped traps, this variety has a unique look. It thrives in sandy soil with good drainage.

8. Cupped Trap

Another cup-shaped variety, but with shorter, rounded traps. It does well in bright light and moderate humidity.

9. Dentate Traps

Also known as Dente, this cultivar has jagged, tooth-like edges instead of smooth trap margins. It’s a vigorous grower that needs regular watering.

10. Fondue

A quirky variety with irregularly shaped traps. It enjoys warm temperatures and distilled water.

11. Fused Tooth

Its fused trap edges give it a wild, spiky appearance. Keep it in full sun for the best growth.

12. Green Dragon

A green version of the Red Dragon, this cultivar has bright green leaves with a hint of red inside the traps. It thrives in nutrient-poor soil.

13. Holland Red

A deep red cultivar that maintains its color year-round. It prefers high humidity and regular feeding.

14. Wacky Traps

A wild-looking variety with irregular trap shapes. It enjoys warm temperatures and distilled water.

15. Jaws

This cultivar has extra-large traps with sharp teeth-like edges. It’s a fast grower that needs plenty of sunlight.

16. Justina Davis

A fully green Venus flytrap, this variety lacks red pigmentation. It thrives in bright light and nutrient-poor soil.

17. Korean Melody Shark

A quirky cultivar with curved traps that resemble shark fins. It enjoys high humidity and distilled water.

18. Korrigans

Korrigans is a registered Venus flytrap cultivar with a distinct trait—its leaf-base is directly fused to the trap, eliminating the traditional petiole that usually connects them. This structural difference gives it a compact, seamless appearance compared to other flytraps.

19. Louchapates

Louchapates is a registered Venus flytrap cultivar with fused distal trap ends, creating a cupped shape. Its teeth are also fused, forming forked tips. The name translates to “noodle ladle”, reflecting its unique structure.

20. Microdent

A small Venus flytrap with tiny, serrated teeth. It thrives in bright light and moist soil.

21. Mirror

A fascinating variety with double traps, creating a mirrored effect. It needs consistent moisture and full sun.

22. Orange Neat Trap

A rare cultivar with orange-tinged traps. It does best in bright indirect light.

23. Petite Dragon

A miniature version of the Red Dragon, perfect for small spaces. It enjoys high humidity.

24. Red Burgundy

A deep red cultivar with large traps. It thrives in nutrient-poor soil.

25. DC XL

DC XL is a giant Venus flytrap cultivar, known for its massive traps, often reaching up to 2 inches wide. It’s a vigorous grower, thriving in full sun, distilled water, and a nutrient-poor soil mix. This variety rivals B52 in size and is highly sought after by collectors.

26. Red Piranha

This cultivar has jagged, piranha-like teeth. It’s a vigorous grower that needs regular feeding.

27. Royal Red

A majestic red variety with large traps. It prefers high humidity and distilled water.

28. Sawtooth

This cultivar has serrated trap edges, giving it a fierce look. It thrives in bright light.

29. Scarlatine

A rare red cultivar with compact growth. It enjoys warm temperatures.

30. Scarlet Bristle

A bright red variety with fine bristle-like edges. Keep it in full sun.

31. Big Mouth

A cultivar with large, deep red traps that stay low to the ground in a compact rosette. Unlike other flytraps, its leaves remain short and prostrate year-round, making it a neat, dense grower.

32. SD Kronos

A giant Venus flytrap cultivar that produces exceptionally large traps that can reach 2 inches wide. It has deep maroon coloration and thrives in full sun, distilled water, and a nutrient-poor soil mix. Selected from thousands of seed-grown plants, it’s known for its vigorous growth and strong trap production.

33. Jaws Smiley

Jaws Smiley has jagged, angled teeth, giving its traps a grinning look. The inside turns bright red, contrasting with green exteriors. It thrives in full sun, distilled water, and needs winter dormancy for healthy growth.